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@ThoseHappyDays THE QR CODE for AG 1 i scanned as i was interested as it might be helpful for my wife, and it's a Surff Shark QR code lol 😆 just thought I'd let u guys know.
@@richardbrice6535 Interesting. I wonder how that was determined. I suppose that sheep's wool might be better but it makes me itch and cotton gets soaking wet within minutes. Maybe the answer is to filter the effluent from washing machines and/or not pump it into the sea. Anyway, Liam and Jeanine, I was impressed with your success - especially in view of all the negative comments beforehand. Thank you for documenting it for us! I grew up in North Yorkshire so I have no need to visit Scandinavia. I know exactly what it's like. My wife and I both learned to drive during winter on snow-covered icy roads. I also did a skid-pan training course set up by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).
from canada here, and we live this almost 7 months a year, snow ice minus 30 to 50 high winds, and we survive every day. yes we drive, we work, we live, we do every day things we ski, we snow mobile we ice fish etc ..... we are not always prepared for this weather it just is the way of life here. so i guess for people who have never driven in snow and ice could be nerve racking etc. but you have to take your time..
And it depends where in Canada you are! Northern Ontario and prairie provinces, typically cold cold cold. West coast here it is raining and a balmy 5c ….but we all get winter at times and have prepped our whole lives for those moments lol. So youn will love driving in Canada when you come - something for everyone hahahaha. Glad you had your arctic experience - something of those scenes I have driven right here in British Columbia. Been quite the adventure..looking forward to where you head to next….oh and snoods are the best in almost every winter weather here!
Also one Mention of the Word Snow, and everybody goes into Panic mode, and starts Panic buying in the Supermarkets, I should know I have worked in one for 28 years now lol😂@@ThoseHappyDays
My son is in the military and spent some time training in ice cold conditions in Canada. He was sleeping outdoors and woke to see the northern lights which were apparently incredible. One of his amazing experiences whilst serving in the British army.
@@ThoseHappyDaysI’m in Scotland, we’ve had it since the 1st. I think we’re most to it here. Mind you, even parts of Scotland struggle, not quite as bad as England though 🙊 I have to admit, I love heavy snow, Canada looks beautiful ❄️☃️❄️
Big disadvantage on your rig is no pass through from cab to camper. If you need to get away in any event you could be putting yourself in potential danger having to get from back to front.
@ They just can’t seem to see it. This latest van is style over substance and totally impractical. I actually worry about them because they seem so naive.
Norwegian here. You showed the main danger at 2:00, that little gray box on the left hand side of the road is a speed camera ;) Our speeding fines are insanely high! Apart from that snow and ice are only dangerous if you don't respect the conditions. Just check the grip every now and then (do a little brake check if you are unsure, four wheel drive cars can mask bad grip), and follow the "slow in fast out" principle for every single corner. Accidents happen if you overestimate the grip when you need it to slow down or turn.
@@oldmangolf72 Most people that live in parts of the country that get proper winter like this drive four wheel drives :) You can travel along normal roads with 2wd perfectly fine but suddenly you will find yourself stuck in a parking lot or something because of a slight incline and some snow covered ice :P Check out NorwegianXplorer, he travels around in a front wheel drive van! It is absolutely possible.
So are you still planning on buying one of these disasters for Canada/ USA??? Just about everything about it is ill prepared for Canada and US in winter climates and 0 home comforts! Don’t see how it would any better in the heat either??
Hi, just done a very similar trip from Scotland in December. Except stayed in hotels/ air BnB. 6000+ miles. Scotland, England, Euro tunnel, France, Belgium, Holland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, visit to Santa in rovaniemi, on into Lapland, across artic, Finnish Lapland, Swedish Lapland, over to Trondheim Norway, back down via Oslo, Hamburg, Munich, Paris and back to Glasgow. New Landrover Defender 110, continental cross contact tyres. We were prepared with chains etc but never needed them. Vehicle never missed a beat except for frozen water jets. Just do it. 👍🏼
@@Aggie_vom_Rhein you are 50% right. Partner gets terrible travel sickness(sea and air) and neither of us had ever been on the tunnel before. So tunnel route was chosen.
Another Canadian here. Where I live in a more mountainous area, carrying chains is a legal requirement from October to April. The reason you don't see vehicles with them is because you pull over, put them on and then take them off when conditions improve. They are not left on.
In Scandinavia only trucks use chains in general. Some campervans might use them in case they get stuck. We use Winertyres made for the local conditions. Nokian Tyres or other local brands are preferred.
Mostly working vehicles like tractors and trucks that must tackle not plowed ways use this up here in Sweden. We locals simply just don´t get out in poor conditions. Studded tires is a must in the north at winter. 4 WD do not improve your braking at all. Asked a tow truck operator the difference between 4WD and 2WD up here. "The 4 WD are usually found longer out in the snow.". 2WD is standard up here but it is all in the tires and knowledge how to drive in arctic conditions.
Big disclaimer fron me, living noth the Artic circle in Norway for 12years now:it's Not dangerous driving in winter , But you had to know, what you are doing and How to do it!
I was one of those that advised against Mountain Warehouse ski wear, as the zips broke etc. I take that back now, so apologies (I was only worried about you both being warm and safe) It seems they’ve really upped their game. Enjoyed this adventure more than words I can express. This series of videos has got me through the Christmas period. Looking forward to the next adventure…. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures and lives with us ❤
I can't help but compare your previous winter travels in India to the absolute opposite of that in the extreme conditions of a Scandinavian winter! I live in Northern New York State up on the Canadian border. If you plan on traversing the far north of the U.S. into Canada I hope you plan to do it in the summer months. The U.S. Pacific Northwest up into British Co!umbia, Canada is absolutely stunning in the Spring, Summer & Fall. I would save the winter months for travel in the Southwestern United States. I have been concerned for Janine and her tendency to come down ill in the Winter. Your families must worry as well. However! I must say that you are two of the most determined and versatile people I know! Your optimism to carry on is remarkable! Much Love! Stay Safe! Stay Warm!.
Thank you, great tips! Janine and her family hate the cold for sure, but she actually got used to it this time round, which is bizarre because we were in a number of -30 days
If you wanna do a trip like this just put on WINTER tires!!! It’s no problem using studded tires, there is places to pay the «fee» for studded tires when entering the city center of Bergen,Oslo and Stavanger, look for sign beside the road or just ask on a service center. And more importantly pull over and let the locals go by,remember they are not on vacation!
I always thought those demountables were for weekend trips to National Parks in prime season. It looks like they're not for arctic conditions but I can see it would probably be fine for low night temperatures in the desert of the SW. I'd like to see how it works out in hot continental summer and if the de-mounting and travel around in the truck is practical.
The tyres you had fitted are off road mud and snow, they are not suitable for ice conditions. True winter tyres, with multiple 'snipes' in the tread pattern, are much safer in icy conditions. Your vehicle, with a high center of gravity, is not easy to control in icy conditions, so that, with the poor choice of tyres, caused you scary moments. Suggest, at some point, taking the same trip in spring, early summer, through Norway , visit the Lofoten islands, get as far north as possible and return through Finland, the Baltic states , Poland, Germany. Regarding Internet, I found excellent 4G and 5G everywhere. Regarding tolls, the best advice is to register on line with one of the toll tag companies and get the tag delivered before you go, allow 4 weeks for delivery.
@@ThoseHappyDays I don't know about Norway, but M+S A/T tires are not legally winter tires if they don't have a 3PMSF (3PeakMountainSnowFlake) stamp on them in Finland. This changed 1.1.2024.
@@ThoseHappyDays Hi there !! Regarding the winter tires. Even though they are legal (As per EU/EEC rules), it doesn't mean that they are the best tires to use here in the Nordics in winter. We see SO many examples of trucks and cars from the rest of Europe that struggles in winter time even if the tires they use are legal. For those who wants to do a trip like this, but aren't used to drive in our conditions, I would actually advice to buy your winter tires when you arrive in Scandinavia. The tires you buy here are made for our winter conditions, while the tires you buy in GB are made for your normal winter conditions. It has mostly to do with the temperature range that the tires are made for. Tires gets harder the colder it gets, with that they lose more grip as the temperature falls. Studded or unstudded tires are more dependent on where you are gonna be driving the most. Studded tires aren't a must have, but I would still advise to buy studded as they are best suited for most of our ever changing conditions. Then regarding driving training for icy and snowy roads, all Driving schools here in Norway HAS to give courses in this for their students. So before going to Scandinavia, it should be possible to book a quick course like this at any of these Driving schools. I do not know any prices, as it's 30+ years since I got my license. I do think it would be a great idea to do this !! Best regards from a snowy and cold central Norway
@@ThoseHappyDays Well, you have nothing to compared to. Real Nordic-grade winter tyres are special soft compound which stays flexible and grippy even in -50 C. Yes you can use Central-Europe grade winter tyres or offroad tyres with the winter logo (a mountain) like you did, but this is completely different ballpark, compared to Nordic versions of real winter tyres, either studded or not. Grip is something else with these, even on ice. And you can and should use the chains only in absolute whiteout conditions where there's just too much snow on the road.
@@ThoseHappyDays The tyres we use in Norway, Sweden and Finland is NORDIC winter tires with or without studds. You dont se anyone driving with All Terrain offroad tires in the winter here. It is NOT safe.
I’m just back from temps of -20 and the best items I bought were a mountain wear house ski suit and snow boots from vinted. Best £20 spent ever! Congratulations on getting back safe, can’t wait to see what you do next xxx
Just want to add that a lot of the accidents and problems we have in the winter here in Norway is due to vehicles not suited for the climate. Buses and trains are bought by companies often with the govt. involved from companies in countries not making vehicles suitable for winter. It's total chaos in the cities even for a little amount of snow.
What an amazing experience. I have to say Janine you did amazingly well, I so understand that you’re not always happy with some of these experiences and I know I’d be exactly the same, I’m a nervous passenger and in that snow and ice I’d have been on high alert, extreme high alert actually, pat on the back girl. How wonderful for you both though to see what you’ve seen and experience things most wouldn’t get to experience but guys, I’m SO glad you’re back as I worried about you, I use to watch out for your videos every week just to know you were safe. Anyway guys I enjoyed the trip even though at times my throat was in my belly, thanks heaps for taking us along. Stay safe and see you next week. 🥰
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You pair must be mad! I thought the India trip was crazy but this one is far more insane. Poor Janine suffering in the cold 😢 Im watching you from my bed...had to put my electric blanket on number 3 because your vlog made me feel so cold 😅
Yes it is cold and unforgiving up there but also very beautiful! I was surprised how little snow you had and the time you went is notoriously gloomy due to the lack of daylight. I know you went to visit Santa, but March is a much nicer time to visit, when the sun is back, the snow is plentyful and the temperatures aren't quite so grim. That is a true Winter Wonderland!
Illinois US here: while we are generally not as cold as Canada, the northern US has snow/ice for 5 month of the year. around the Great Lakes. There is a longer period in the mountains of the West. You have said that you are planning a US trip so plan around bad driving if you will be here in late fall, winter or early spring.
Really enjoyed watching this trip. Waiting eagerly for each instalment to see if you would get to Lapland by Christmas. Can’t wait to see where you go next.
Hey Liam, the Comfoser CF1100 aren’t winter tyres, they’re all terrain summer tyres. You would have felt a lot more secure when driving with proper winter tyres fitted. You did super well doing all that driving on summer tyres.
@@ThoseHappyDaysthey are legal for 3 peak but they are not a winter tyre the compound is all wrong as they can be used year round they are just a chinese copy of a bfg ko2 a true winter tyre or a nordic tyre would have been much better for those conditions even the rac website calls them a summer tyre
I was driving along towards Tonsberg ( not an extreme place as you know) one time in spring. Suddenly a moose jumped off a roadside edge and literally flattened the front of car in front of us. A truck driver had a knife and slit the animals throat as it was badly injured. The pensioners driving the car were in shock but they were ok. You always need your wits about you in the nordics.
If and when you come to Canada, you know about the winter now BUT if you come in the spring, make sure you do your research and know about insects that bite: no-see-ums, mosquitoes, black flies, deer flies ( merciless)etc. Still worth the journey.
Two wheel drive with proper tyres chain s ect is ok ,many manage ok , it is choice of vehicle and preparation that matter that’s where you went wrong !!!!
The safest way to travel to Lapland is via the Baltic states and the Tallinn ferry to Helsinki. Then on the east side of Finland to Kuusamo, then towards Rovaniemi. It is usually colder here than by the sea. But it thaws and freezes less, so the road surface remains rougher. I consider traveling without spikes on the wheels in car-like vehicles under 3.5 tons to be dangerous. Common tire sizes can be rented. Others have to be bought - and sold. Which is tricky. You almost never need snow chains, but if you do, it's good to have them. A good tow rope is important. The width of the road is usually not a problem. There are also regular buses. On the other hand, you often have to reduce your speed when crossing. With snow clearing equipment, you can go down to under 30 km/h. There are maybe 14 days each winter when it is not easy to drive. As long as the bus lines are running you can do it. I don't recommend doing it at the same speeds. Without a double heated floor it is 1. uncomfortable and 2. bad for the fuel if it thickens. Emergency cookers with gas and emergency heating in the living room offer safety and comfort. If you are driving on a really dangerous road, the locals drive with outdoor clothing, i.e. gloves, hats, winter jackets, in case something happens. Traveling with a camper in the far north, especially in winter, takes time. Travel plans with high-speed trips usually don't work. But it is not very dangerous.
We spent 6 weeks in Norway in our motorhome and only saw the northern lights about 3 times. October / November. Down to -19c. Would have a pre-heater next time. But we loved it. Did have to use our chains once when we got stuck across the road doing a 3 point turn. Had michelin winter tyres. Would have loved studs. Great videos thanks.
Really enjoyed your adventure scary at times just watching, so I can only imagine what you felt, but what an adventure you have both been on you are both so lucky to be able to do these adventures and take us along with you, something that you will take with you forever, looking forward to seeing your next adventures 😊
Glad you had an amazing time and you are now home safe. The whole video was talking though. I love when you do things. I liked that you took us around the Christmas markets in Germany I think it was. I think you are very brave to have driven up to the Artic circle. We all were worried about you in the van. Glad the van coped-ish. I have seen the northern lights in Cornwall England. I thought it was a lazor show at the Eden project at first (just up the road from me). Then I noticed how it was moving across the sky like waves. It must be amazing to see them in the Arctic circle. I have been checking over the Christmas hols for an update because you left us on a bit of a cliff hanger. I thought it must have been because of Christmas that we hadn't seen an update so glad of this one. Can't wait to see your next video.
You did it ! Well done …. Do you have that feeling when you’re leaving .. like , “damn! We have to go back to the real world “.. Well done ace vids !! Happy new year !
I know it was a challenge for you guys, but honestly for me, it was so enjoyable to watch, especially when you went to the Ice Hotel. I loved it the most of all your adventures, and so glad you made it safely. You will definitely remember the experience forever. 😊💛❄
Happy new year both 🥂 I hope you had a memorable Christmas (with no cold sprout sandwiches). I’m glad you are safe, and despite the cold, Janine doesn’t appear to have a cough this winter 🎉🎉🤗 Stay safe and happy travels xx
It's been great watching your blog of your 1st trip in Winter in the Artic. Well done. We have travelled Norway, Sweeden, Finland and Lapland many times. However we choose to overland in May to June, as the passes open and the midnight sun comes. It's absolutely amazing with many moose, raindeer heards and Artic Foxes off the E6. If you want to see the Northern Lights, then I suggest you take the "Fast Route " I.e. a Hurtigruiten Coastal ship from Bergen to Kirkenes return. It's probably cheaper and they guarantee you see the Northern Lights, or will give you a free trip. I agree, travelling the roads in Winter is the more dangerous option, is weather dependent and requires driving skills non Norwegian ever get to aquire. Water tanks need to be internal. So does gas, which should be propane as butane does not vapourise under -2c. Happy travels.
Really enjoyed yer at times scary..dangerous..cold but amazing videos of the Artic trip. The last video was absolutely magical..the thick feather light snow..the ice house..northern lights etc...but also the lovely people ye met. Janine dealth with the cold so well. One plus from yer trip guys...ye are now really well equipped for the current snow storm in UK at the moment. Happy new year from across the water..Ireland. Hope ye have some more wonderful trips ahead.
Tbh I was worried for you. To me we in the UK have no idea about the extremes of temp and the snow. Today is an example. I'm glad you got to your destination but I would have hated being in that cold. So happy ur home and this will give you more experience now if you go to Canada in Springtime it can still dump a load on you too. Dead scary with landslides.
"WOW" LIAM. AFTER SEEING THIS VIDO I WILL STAY HOME IN AUSTRALIA WHERE IT IS SUNNY AND WE ARE PICKING OUR MANGOES..THANK GOD YOU ARE BOTH WELL. MUST ADMIT I REWATCH THE BEAUTY OF YOUR VIDEOS.
Me beeing from above the polarcircel in Sweden have really, really been worried about you .. but you fixed it ... ❤ Welcome back but not in the winter .. september, october is wonderful ... june and juli are fine ...IF you like mosquitos😊 .
Hi - Canada here - Frigid in winter, desert in July', August. This is the last area of the world I ever wanted to go out of my way to visit; those times we just put up with.
Did I miss a video about your trip back from Lapland to more temperate climates? Would have also liked to see that as it seems you travelled back a different route. Its not just the destination but the journey so I would have found it interesting to hear about about your roads less travelled!
There is a rule for tires with studs in Norway : (statens veiwesen homepage)From 15.10 -2. Uday of Easter/monday after Easter Sunday. That's a general rule. It depends where you're living or where you're going (To your cabin in the mountain, to places , which needs winter tires longer )
Thanks for sharing your winter travels. Definitely revisit Norway following the coast and visit the Lofoten Islands, and on up to Nord Cap. We are in the UK, we did this trip during July and August. Weather was amazing, swimming in the fjords (bit chilly) returned through Finland/Sweden. In my opinion summer is the time to go, very long days and the midnight sun is a magical experience. Wishing you both many more happy adventures in 2025
Have loved watching your adventures so thanks for sharing yet another trip & well done both of you - looking fwd for the next one & a Happy & Healthy New Year! 🎉😊❤
Jeez you guys always get it so rough in the comments. What do people expect from you?! Was your prep perfect, probably not, but you absolutely prepared for this trip as much as you could, the rest comes down to experience. And now that you’ve done it once, there are things you would change, but those things only come from trial and error. I think all the Canadians in this comment section are failing to understand, is that we don’t have artic conditions in the UK, so how is a Brit supposed to be used to driving In snow and ice. If you’ve grown up in that climate then you’re at an advantage, but fair credit to you Liam and Janine. You made it there and back with only very minor challenges. Well done and what an adventure you guys have had !!! You’re out there doing it and smashing your dreams, while the rest of us watch on from the comfort of our warm cosy homes ❤
❤People who love this lovely couple are going to worry about them in such a dangerous area. None of us were privy to all the prep they had put in. I was worried when Liam said he was freezing 🥶 😂 I was like “ Oh it must be bad if Liam is cold.” My husband retorted, “ Well he should have purchased the same jacket as Janine.”😂 I guess we were acting like overly protective Grandparents. Sorry Lovelies❤
I'm a Canadian and I felt some came across harsh and as if there are never accidents on our Canadian roads. Here we also deal with moose and deer running in front of our vehicles after dark and really bad accidents that are sometimes fatal for the driver. So I am so so glad you didn't have any accidents. Champion driving in my opinion.
I have been thinking of you guys and was so happy to see your post. I understand how tough this was, I think!! 😊 But I really did enjoy this adventure. And…..you did it!! Wow! When you come to the US, and if you pass through Colorado you will find it easy after this! Can’t wait to hear what is next!
Really disappointed. Have watched the whole series of your journey to the Arctic, started watching this one and thought I'd missed one. Did you make it to your destination for Christmas? Were you there for new year. So many questions left unanswered. 😢
What's also important is , that you have the right tires In Norway Spices can be a lifesaver or snow chains and make sure you can drive in snowy c/rough conditions. Make sure you know the rules about kolonnekjøring in Norway.
Living in Nova Scotia Canada I've never once thought about travel to the Artic but I thank you for sharing your adventure and showing us the beauty. I travel around Nova Scotia in the winter because I have to, I do not like snow or cold lol. :) . Take some time to relax xo
@@ThoseHappyDays On our 3rd overland trip, we found a local secret .... ferries to islands with under 100,000 visitors per year are free, subsided by the government. So it's possible to travel at much reduced cost by careful route selection. Also fuel cost varies widely by day. One day of the week is very cheap and the government subsidises so many litres in each garage. From recollection it's Monday. That can also help with the vast distances. But it's a bug, now you have to go back. Geiranga Fjord is stunning as is the high mountain passes around it. The passes only open in late May. So lots more to see. Most campervans travel 15th June onwards.
24/7 heating, good insulated living compartment and all water tanks, heated water tanks, fresh starter battery, if using lithium then insulate and heat them, ability to recharge all batteries from generator & plug-in and good winter tyres designed for -30C with maximum gripp on ice (no snow focused tyres, use tyres that aims for gripp on ice in really cold temperatures). In lappland most roads will not be salted or sanded at all in dec, jan & feb so you will be driving on 5-10 cm of pure ice more or less the entire winter that with all cars and trucks driving on the larger roads will lead to deep runs from the tyres in the ice cover and if those are not 100% on your side of the road then the real danger is when you have oncoming traffic and trying to exit the runs. Driving in up to 15 cm of fluffy snow is not a problem even if there is pure ice under that snow with propper tyres and 2 wheel drive so it's not necessary with 4 wheel drive but it is a nice bonus just ease in to every action you take, knowing your vehicles limitations and good tyre placement is key.
Hey, it was an adventure and fair play, you went for it! 😊 Plus you gained all the benefits of memories and experience for the rest of your lives, take care, the both of you, and keep on trucking 😂❤
Not quite ideal driving conditions and why would you want to be that cold?! Poor Janine! Maybe return in the summer and report back to us! Great vlog though. BTW come to North East Essex for the Northern Lights - we've had some sightings here.....
So glad you made it safe and sound. I didn't want to say anything before with all the other doom mongers but i had visions of packs of wild animals laying siege to you in the back of that thing lol. It was a great adventure and what a magical place but i want to know what you promised Janine to go to her frozen hell??
I’m here in Iceland and just witnessed the northern lights for the first time and wow what an experience. Did Lapland in 2019 and enjoyed every minute. I highly recommend going to the artic circle to anyone
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@ThoseHappyDays THE QR CODE for AG 1 i scanned as i was interested as it might be helpful for my wife, and it's a Surff Shark QR code lol 😆 just thought I'd let u guys know.
@@richardbrice6535 Interesting. I wonder how that was determined. I suppose that sheep's wool might be better but it makes me itch and cotton gets soaking wet within minutes. Maybe the answer is to filter the effluent from washing machines and/or not pump it into the sea.
Anyway, Liam and Jeanine, I was impressed with your success - especially in view of all the negative comments beforehand. Thank you for documenting it for us!
I grew up in North Yorkshire so I have no need to visit Scandinavia. I know exactly what it's like. My wife and I both learned to drive during winter on snow-covered icy roads. I also did a skid-pan training course set up by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).
from canada here, and we live this almost 7 months a year, snow ice minus 30 to 50 high winds, and we survive every day. yes we drive, we work, we live, we do every day things we ski, we snow mobile we ice fish etc ..... we are not always prepared for this weather it just is the way of life here. so i guess for people who have never driven in snow and ice could be nerve racking etc. but you have to take your time..
Absolutely! Snow has just fallen in the UK today and it's chaos apparently...we aren't used to it 😅
And it depends where in Canada you are! Northern Ontario and prairie provinces, typically cold cold cold. West coast here it is raining and a balmy 5c ….but we all get winter at times and have prepped our whole lives for those moments lol. So youn will love driving in Canada when you come - something for everyone hahahaha. Glad you had your arctic experience - something of those scenes I have driven right here in British Columbia. Been quite the adventure..looking forward to where you head to next….oh and snoods are the best in almost every winter weather here!
Also one Mention of the Word Snow, and everybody goes into Panic mode, and starts Panic buying in the Supermarkets, I should know I have worked in one for 28 years now lol😂@@ThoseHappyDays
My son is in the military and spent some time training in ice cold conditions in Canada. He was sleeping outdoors and woke to see the northern lights which were apparently incredible. One of his amazing experiences whilst serving in the British army.
@@ThoseHappyDaysI’m in Scotland, we’ve had it since the 1st. I think we’re most to it here. Mind you, even parts of Scotland struggle, not quite as bad as England though 🙊
I have to admit, I love heavy snow, Canada looks beautiful ❄️☃️❄️
Big disadvantage on your rig is no pass through from cab to camper. If you need to get away in any event you could be putting yourself in potential danger having to get from back to front.
Great observation. It's funny how people keep repeating this. I guess there are crazies in America but Scandinavians seem to be mostly sane.
This was my only concern
I still think getting into the habitation directly from the Cab is vital, especially in freezing weather.
@ They just can’t seem to see it. This latest van is style over substance and totally impractical. I actually worry about them because they seem so naive.
Norwegian here. You showed the main danger at 2:00, that little gray box on the left hand side of the road is a speed camera ;) Our speeding fines are insanely high! Apart from that snow and ice are only dangerous if you don't respect the conditions. Just check the grip every now and then (do a little brake check if you are unsure, four wheel drive cars can mask bad grip), and follow the "slow in fast out" principle for every single corner. Accidents happen if you overestimate the grip when you need it to slow down or turn.
Do most people drive 4WD in Norway ? Is it ok to do a trip like this with 2WD?
@@oldmangolf72 Most people that live in parts of the country that get proper winter like this drive four wheel drives :) You can travel along normal roads with 2wd perfectly fine but suddenly you will find yourself stuck in a parking lot or something because of a slight incline and some snow covered ice :P
Check out NorwegianXplorer, he travels around in a front wheel drive van! It is absolutely possible.
@oldmangolf72 4WD is much easier, snow and ice can be tricky with 2WD. That said, check out @NorwegianXplorer, he gets by in a front wheel drive van 😊
We saw a good number of 4wd but most people had 2wd
@@oldmangolf72 No, there is many FWD and RWD cars here too.
So are you still planning on buying one of these disasters for Canada/ USA??? Just about everything about it is ill prepared for Canada and US in winter climates and 0 home comforts! Don’t see how it would any better in the heat either??
Will update on this next week ❤
Hi, just done a very similar trip from Scotland in December. Except stayed in hotels/ air BnB. 6000+ miles. Scotland, England, Euro tunnel, France, Belgium, Holland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, visit to Santa in rovaniemi, on into Lapland, across artic, Finnish Lapland, Swedish Lapland, over to Trondheim Norway, back down via Oslo, Hamburg, Munich, Paris and back to Glasgow. New Landrover Defender 110, continental cross contact tyres. We were prepared with chains etc but never needed them. Vehicle never missed a beat except for frozen water jets. Just do it. 👍🏼
Nice work! Sounds like a great trip
@@Aggie_vom_Rhein you are 50% right. Partner gets terrible travel sickness(sea and air) and neither of us had ever been on the tunnel before. So tunnel route was chosen.
Another Canadian here. Where I live in a more mountainous area, carrying chains is a legal requirement from October to April. The reason you don't see vehicles with them is because you pull over, put them on and then
take them off when conditions improve. They are not left on.
Exactly this! ❤️
@@ThoseHappyDays Same in the Alps, like Austria 🇦🇹
In Scandinavia only trucks use chains in general. Some campervans might use them in case they get stuck. We use Winertyres made for the local conditions. Nokian Tyres or other local brands are preferred.
Mostly working vehicles like tractors and trucks that must tackle not plowed ways use this up here in Sweden. We locals simply just don´t get out in poor conditions. Studded tires is a must in the north at winter. 4 WD do not improve your braking at all. Asked a tow truck operator the difference between 4WD and 2WD up here. "The 4 WD are usually found longer out in the snow.". 2WD is standard up here but it is all in the tires and knowledge how to drive in arctic conditions.
Big disclaimer fron me, living noth the Artic circle in Norway for 12years now:it's Not dangerous driving in winter , But you had to know, what you are doing and How to do it!
I was one of those that advised against Mountain Warehouse ski wear, as the zips broke etc. I take that back now, so apologies (I was only worried about you both being warm and safe) It seems they’ve really upped their game. Enjoyed this adventure more than words I can express.
This series of videos has got me through the Christmas period.
Looking forward to the next adventure…. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures and lives with us ❤
So pleased. Happy New Year ❤
I can't help but compare your previous winter travels in India to the absolute opposite of that in the extreme conditions of a Scandinavian winter! I live in Northern New York State up on the Canadian border. If you plan on traversing the far north of the U.S. into Canada I hope you plan to do it in the summer months. The U.S. Pacific Northwest up into British Co!umbia, Canada is absolutely stunning in the Spring, Summer & Fall. I would save the winter months for travel in the Southwestern United States. I have been concerned for Janine and her tendency to come down ill in the Winter. Your families must worry as well. However! I must say that you are two of the most determined and versatile people I know! Your optimism to carry on is remarkable! Much Love! Stay Safe! Stay Warm!.
Thank you, great tips!
Janine and her family hate the cold for sure, but she actually got used to it this time round, which is bizarre because we were in a number of -30 days
If you wanna do a trip like this just put on WINTER tires!!! It’s no problem using studded tires, there is places to pay the «fee» for studded tires when entering the city center of Bergen,Oslo and Stavanger, look for sign beside the road or just ask on a service center. And more importantly pull over and let the locals go by,remember they are not on vacation!
Your van just wasn't up to the job
I always thought those demountables were for weekend trips to National Parks in prime season. It looks like they're not for arctic conditions but I can see it would probably be fine for low night temperatures in the desert of the SW. I'd like to see how it works out in hot continental summer and if the de-mounting and travel around in the truck is practical.
Once again cracking journey with excellent vlogs. Brilliant, keep up the great work.
Glad you enjoyed it! Happy New Year
The tyres you had fitted are off road mud and snow, they are not suitable for ice conditions. True winter tyres, with multiple 'snipes' in the tread pattern, are much safer in icy conditions. Your vehicle, with a high center of gravity, is not easy to control in icy conditions, so that, with the poor choice of tyres, caused you scary moments.
Suggest, at some point, taking the same trip in spring, early summer, through Norway , visit the Lofoten islands, get as far north as possible and return through Finland, the Baltic states , Poland, Germany.
Regarding Internet, I found excellent 4G and 5G everywhere. Regarding tolls, the best advice is to register on line with one of the toll tag companies and get the tag delivered before you go, allow 4 weeks for delivery.
Thank you, These tyres were the legal ones, and more than that they did us proud
@@ThoseHappyDays I don't know about Norway, but M+S A/T tires are not legally winter tires if they don't have a 3PMSF (3PeakMountainSnowFlake) stamp on them in Finland. This changed 1.1.2024.
@@ThoseHappyDays Hi there !! Regarding the winter tires. Even though they are legal (As per EU/EEC rules), it doesn't mean that they are the best tires to use here in the Nordics in winter. We see SO many examples of trucks and cars from the rest of Europe that struggles in winter time even if the tires they use are legal. For those who wants to do a trip like this, but aren't used to drive in our conditions, I would actually advice to buy your winter tires when you arrive in Scandinavia. The tires you buy here are made for our winter conditions, while the tires you buy in GB are made for your normal winter conditions. It has mostly to do with the temperature range that the tires are made for. Tires gets harder the colder it gets, with that they lose more grip as the temperature falls. Studded or unstudded tires are more dependent on where you are gonna be driving the most. Studded tires aren't a must have, but I would still advise to buy studded as they are best suited for most of our ever changing conditions.
Then regarding driving training for icy and snowy roads, all Driving schools here in Norway HAS to give courses in this for their students. So before going to Scandinavia, it should be possible to book a quick course like this at any of these Driving schools. I do not know any prices, as it's 30+ years since I got my license. I do think it would be a great idea to do this !!
Best regards from a snowy and cold central Norway
@@ThoseHappyDays Well, you have nothing to compared to. Real Nordic-grade winter tyres are special soft compound which stays flexible and grippy even in -50 C. Yes you can use Central-Europe grade winter tyres or offroad tyres with the winter logo (a mountain) like you did, but this is completely different ballpark, compared to Nordic versions of real winter tyres, either studded or not. Grip is something else with these, even on ice. And you can and should use the chains only in absolute whiteout conditions where there's just too much snow on the road.
@@ThoseHappyDays The tyres we use in Norway, Sweden and Finland is NORDIC winter tires with or without studds. You dont se anyone driving with All Terrain offroad tires in the winter here. It is NOT safe.
Well done video. Keeping the posting schedule, doing the thing. You're my heroes.
Very happy to see you back in one piece. I enjoyed your videos immensely, but it's not a trip I'd contemplate in winter.
So pleased you enjoyed it! Happy New Year 🎉
I’m just back from temps of -20 and the best items I bought were a mountain wear house ski suit and snow boots from vinted. Best £20 spent ever! Congratulations on getting back safe, can’t wait to see what you do next xxx
Ah totally, we were really impressed too
Just want to add that a lot of the accidents and problems we have in the winter here in Norway is due to vehicles not suited for the climate. Buses and trains are bought by companies often with the govt. involved from companies in countries not making vehicles suitable for winter. It's total chaos in the cities even for a little amount of snow.
What an amazing experience. I have to say Janine you did amazingly well, I so understand that you’re not always happy with some of these experiences and I know I’d be exactly the same, I’m a nervous passenger and in that snow and ice I’d have been on high alert, extreme high alert actually, pat on the back girl. How wonderful for you both though to see what you’ve seen and experience things most wouldn’t get to experience but guys, I’m SO glad you’re back as I worried about you, I use to watch out for your videos every week just to know you were safe. Anyway guys I enjoyed the trip even though at times my throat was in my belly, thanks heaps for taking us along. Stay safe and see you next week. 🥰
@paulinehiggins8239 thank you so much ✨️☺️
The amount of times I had to watch you guys like this 🫣😳 Happy New Year to you both. Here’s to 2025 adventures and content.
😅😅😅 apologies
@@ThoseHappyDays😂❤❤
Same here! 😊
Fantastic to see you back
You had a great time
I somehow lost touch with your channel on my regular viewing account a year or two ago but having created an account for my new channel, you're back in my feed and I see that you guys are killing it! Congratulations. Made sure to subscribe for sure this time round.
@@paulospursuits thanks so much 🙌✨️
You pair must be mad! I thought the India trip was crazy but this one is far more insane. Poor Janine suffering in the cold 😢 Im watching you from my bed...had to put my electric blanket on number 3 because your vlog made me feel so cold 😅
Yes it is cold and unforgiving up there but also very beautiful! I was surprised how little snow you had and the time you went is notoriously gloomy due to the lack of daylight. I know you went to visit Santa, but March is a much nicer time to visit, when the sun is back, the snow is plentyful and the temperatures aren't quite so grim. That is a true Winter Wonderland!
Illinois US here: while we are generally not as cold as Canada, the northern US has snow/ice for 5 month of the year. around the Great Lakes. There is a longer period in the mountains of the West. You have said that you are planning a US trip so plan around bad driving if you will be here in late fall, winter or early spring.
Really enjoyed watching this trip. Waiting eagerly for each instalment to see if you would get to Lapland by Christmas. Can’t wait to see where you go next.
Hey Liam, the Comfoser CF1100 aren’t winter tyres, they’re all terrain summer tyres. You would have felt a lot more secure when driving with proper winter tyres fitted. You did super well doing all that driving on summer tyres.
They are 3 peak snow rated winter tyres 🎉
@@ThoseHappyDaysthey are legal for 3 peak but they are not a winter tyre the compound is all wrong as they can be used year round they are just a chinese copy of a bfg ko2 a true winter tyre or a nordic tyre would have been much better for those conditions even the rac website calls them a summer tyre
I was driving along towards Tonsberg ( not an extreme place as you know) one time in spring. Suddenly a moose jumped off a roadside edge and literally flattened the front of car in front of us. A truck driver had a knife and slit the animals throat as it was badly injured. The pensioners driving the car were in shock but they were ok. You always need your wits about you in the nordics.
How sad 😔 but you are right about how wild it is
Omg poor old moose
thanks for the update . look forward to hearing your plans . happy new year and see you next time .
Thanks mate, happy new year
Happy New Year guys. We're back from Iceland and missing it so much, so feel your pain at missing the Arctic. Here's to the next adventure.❤
Haha it's weird isn't it, gets under the skin
Great to see you back guys and so enjoyed watching your amazing trip to the Arctic 🙏. Looking forward to more fantastic adventures from you 😁👌💖😘
@sallydingle321 thanks for watching 👀
Have really enjoyed watching your Lapland journey, you have both done amazing in those conditions and the Ranger looked and performed great!
Glad you enjoyed it thank you
Happy New Year and looking forward to your next adventure!
@@mutters40 happy new year
If and when you come to Canada, you know about the winter now BUT if you come in the spring, make sure you do your research and know about insects that bite: no-see-ums, mosquitoes, black flies, deer flies ( merciless)etc. Still worth the journey.
thanks for the cold weather tips guys, right handy here at the moment 🥶
good to see you both back and warming up, lol, amazing series as always
@@rollacoastaride1937 thanks mate, much appreciated
Thankyou both for doing the trip it was amazing I am glad you made it back safely
@marksargent2440 thanks for watching
Two wheel drive with proper tyres chain s ect is ok ,many manage ok , it is choice of vehicle and preparation that matter that’s where you went wrong !!!!
The safest way to travel to Lapland is via the Baltic states and the Tallinn ferry to Helsinki. Then on the east side of Finland to Kuusamo, then towards Rovaniemi. It is usually colder here than by the sea. But it thaws and freezes less, so the road surface remains rougher.
I consider traveling without spikes on the wheels in car-like vehicles under 3.5 tons to be dangerous. Common tire sizes can be rented. Others have to be bought - and sold. Which is tricky.
You almost never need snow chains, but if you do, it's good to have them.
A good tow rope is important.
The width of the road is usually not a problem. There are also regular buses. On the other hand, you often have to reduce your speed when crossing. With snow clearing equipment, you can go down to under 30 km/h. There are maybe 14 days each winter when it is not easy to drive. As long as the bus lines are running you can do it. I don't recommend doing it at the same speeds.
Without a double heated floor it is 1. uncomfortable and 2. bad for the fuel if it thickens. Emergency cookers with gas and emergency heating in the living room offer safety and comfort. If you are driving on a really dangerous road, the locals drive with outdoor clothing, i.e. gloves, hats, winter jackets, in case something happens.
Traveling with a camper in the far north, especially in winter, takes time. Travel plans with high-speed trips usually don't work. But it is not very dangerous.
Loved your videos on the Artic, thanks for sharing 😻
Thanks for watching
We spent 6 weeks in Norway in our motorhome and only saw the northern lights about 3 times. October / November. Down to -19c. Would have a pre-heater next time. But we loved it. Did have to use our chains once when we got stuck across the road doing a 3 point turn. Had michelin winter tyres. Would have loved studs. Great videos thanks.
@@MarkLeabon yeah i think pre heater is important for super cold temps
Really enjoyed your adventure scary at times just watching, so I can only imagine what you felt, but what an adventure you have both been on you are both so lucky to be able to do these adventures and take us along with you, something that you will take with you forever, looking forward to seeing your next adventures 😊
Glad you had an amazing time and you are now home safe. The whole video was talking though. I love when you do things. I liked that you took us around the Christmas markets in Germany I think it was.
I think you are very brave to have driven up to the Artic circle. We all were worried about you in the van. Glad the van coped-ish. I have seen the northern lights in Cornwall England. I thought it was a lazor show at the Eden project at first (just up the road from me). Then I noticed how it was moving across the sky like waves. It must be amazing to see them in the Arctic circle.
I have been checking over the Christmas hols for an update because you left us on a bit of a cliff hanger. I thought it must have been because of Christmas that we hadn't seen an update so glad of this one.
Can't wait to see your next video.
Have you watched the previous video to this? It showed the journey we took to our final destination
You did it ! Well done …. Do you have that feeling when you’re leaving .. like , “damn! We have to go back to the real world “..
Well done ace vids !! Happy new year !
I really enjoy your adventures. I am always amazed at how you seem to blunder your way through, great content though.
We've travelled full time for half our adult lives, so we hope the blundering might be some sort of instinct coming through, but you never know 🤣
We had 4ins/10cm snow today in Bolton. That was bad enough 😂
Chaos? 😂
@@ThoseHappyDays yep 👍🏻 🤣
Which will melt in a few hours. That's the sort of snow I like.
I know it was a challenge for you guys, but honestly for me, it was so enjoyable to watch, especially when you went to the Ice Hotel. I loved it the most of all your adventures, and so glad you made it safely. You will definitely remember the experience forever. 😊💛❄
Happy new year both 🥂 I hope you had a memorable Christmas (with no cold sprout sandwiches). I’m glad you are safe, and despite the cold, Janine doesn’t appear to have a cough this winter 🎉🎉🤗 Stay safe and happy travels xx
Haha it was another year without Christmas dinner (which might be better than cold sprout sandwiches haha)
Thanks
Wow thanks, really kind of you and much appreciated. Happy new year 🎉
Glad you got back safe 'n' sound, have a wonderful new year, look forward to your next adventure.
Happy new year! Thanks so much, see you next week
How did you get back? Did you do it all again or did you get back some other way?
It's been great watching your blog of your 1st trip in Winter in the Artic. Well done.
We have travelled Norway, Sweeden, Finland and Lapland many times. However we choose to overland in May to June, as the passes open and the midnight sun comes. It's absolutely amazing with many moose, raindeer heards and Artic Foxes off the E6.
If you want to see the Northern Lights, then I suggest you take the "Fast Route " I.e. a Hurtigruiten Coastal ship from Bergen to Kirkenes return. It's probably cheaper and they guarantee you see the Northern Lights, or will give you a free trip.
I agree, travelling the roads in Winter is the more dangerous option, is weather dependent and requires driving skills non Norwegian ever get to aquire.
Water tanks need to be internal. So does gas, which should be propane as butane does not vapourise under -2c.
Happy travels.
Really enjoyed yer at times scary..dangerous..cold but amazing videos of the Artic trip. The last video was absolutely magical..the thick feather light snow..the ice house..northern lights etc...but also the lovely people ye met. Janine dealth with the cold so well. One plus from yer trip guys...ye are now really well equipped for the current snow storm in UK at the moment. Happy new year from across the water..Ireland. Hope ye have some more wonderful trips ahead.
You will have to do it in the summer when the sun barely sets. What an amazing adventure. Glad you are back safe .
Ooo wow we would love that
Tbh I was worried for you. To me we in the UK have no idea about the extremes of temp and the snow. Today is an example. I'm glad you got to your destination but I would have hated being in that cold. So happy ur home and this will give you more experience now if you go to Canada in Springtime it can still dump a load on you too. Dead scary with landslides.
Thank you yes this is a great life experience in general, so pleased we did it
Glad you are back safe in England, but it seems you brought back the Lapland winter with you !
Haha sorry about that, we aren't quite back yet though
"WOW" LIAM. AFTER SEEING THIS VIDO I WILL STAY HOME IN AUSTRALIA WHERE IT IS SUNNY AND WE ARE PICKING OUR MANGOES..THANK GOD YOU ARE BOTH WELL. MUST ADMIT I REWATCH THE BEAUTY OF YOUR VIDEOS.
Me beeing from above the polarcircel in Sweden have really, really been worried about you .. but you fixed it ... ❤ Welcome back but not in the winter .. september, october is wonderful ... june and juli are fine ...IF you like mosquitos😊 .
@@EvaEriksson-g8y what's it like in spring?
Hi - Canada here - Frigid in winter, desert in July', August. This is the last area of the world I ever wanted to go out of my way to visit; those times we just put up with.
Happy New Year 🎉 Loved to be part of this adventure! Your advice is pure gold for anyone looking to do this trip ❤
@carolinec8084 thank you so much, happy new year 🎉
Did you figure out how the outside gas thingy got frozen over?
Need to be able to access the front without getting out of vehicle.
Did I miss a video about your trip back from Lapland to more temperate climates? Would have also liked to see that as it seems you travelled back a different route. Its not just the destination but the journey so I would have found it interesting to hear about about your roads less travelled!
@rosa4720 please check previous video to this one
That looks too cold for me, i had to turn the heating up watching you 😂😂
Happy New Year to you both! That was a real adventure! Was your journey back good? Looking forward to your next episode ❤
Yeah it's been fine, long but good! Will update next week and happy new year
We woke up to about 3 inches of snow here in south Yorkshire.. mayhem 😂 thank you for the information lots to think about xx
Haha proper chaos territory
You got there and made it back home,well done😊⭐️❄️
There is a rule for tires with studs in Norway : (statens veiwesen homepage)From 15.10 -2. Uday of Easter/monday after Easter Sunday. That's a general rule. It depends where you're living or where you're going (To your cabin in the mountain, to places , which needs winter tires longer )
Glad u took jump starter kit. I suggested just before u set off. And there you go it comes in handy. ❤
Thanks yes, we've had one from before this trip...it's come in handy a couple of times already
Thanks for sharing your winter travels. Definitely revisit Norway following the coast and visit the Lofoten Islands, and on up to Nord Cap. We are in the UK, we did this trip during July and August. Weather was amazing, swimming in the fjords (bit chilly) returned through Finland/Sweden. In my opinion summer is the time to go, very long days and the midnight sun is a magical experience. Wishing you both many more happy adventures in 2025
Glad you guys made it back safe😊
Thank you 👌🎉
Glad you're back safely and hope you enjoyed your Christmas. Woukd like to have seen a short vid of your journey home.
Happy New Year to you both 🥂
@allisonbennett641 thank you, happy new year 🎉
Have loved watching your adventures so thanks for sharing yet another trip & well done both of you - looking fwd for the next one & a Happy & Healthy New Year! 🎉😊❤
Being interesting to know the actual cost for your trip and how you funded it all please
I watched YT video, a Dutch lad went to the North Cape during winter, on VW UP. He done it, he slept in his car etc. All the best guys.
Jeez you guys always get it so rough in the comments. What do people expect from you?! Was your prep perfect, probably not, but you absolutely prepared for this trip as much as you could, the rest comes down to experience. And now that you’ve done it once, there are things you would change, but those things only come from trial and error. I think all the Canadians in this comment section are failing to understand, is that we don’t have artic conditions in the UK, so how is a Brit supposed to be used to driving In snow and ice. If you’ve grown up in that climate then you’re at an advantage, but fair credit to you Liam and Janine. You made it there and back with only very minor challenges. Well done and what an adventure you guys have had !!! You’re out there doing it and smashing your dreams, while the rest of us watch on from the comfort of our warm cosy homes ❤
Thanks for your comment! Really appreciate you noticing that
I think you are referring to England and not the UK. Try driving to the North of Scotland in winter.
❤People who love this lovely couple are going to worry about them in such a dangerous area. None of us were privy to all the prep they had put in. I was worried when Liam said he was freezing 🥶 😂 I was like “ Oh it must be bad if Liam is cold.” My husband retorted, “ Well he should have purchased the same jacket as Janine.”😂 I guess we were acting like overly protective Grandparents. Sorry Lovelies❤
I'm a Canadian and I felt some came across harsh and as if there are never accidents on our Canadian roads. Here we also deal with moose and deer running in front of our vehicles after dark and really bad accidents that are sometimes fatal for the driver. So I am so so glad you didn't have any accidents. Champion driving in my opinion.
I'm glad your trip to Lapland was so successful and very glad you have returned safely. It was extremely exciting to watch. Thank you both.
I think you should have done it in the Berlingo😂
Haha can you imagine
What an awesome adventure! ❤
I have been thinking of you guys and was so happy to see your post. I understand how tough this was, I think!! 😊 But I really did enjoy this adventure. And…..you did it!! Wow! When you come to the US, and if you pass through Colorado you will find it easy after this! Can’t wait to hear what is next!
Great video! Thank you! You are my favourite travel TH-camrs! Looking forward to following your next adventure 🤩
Really disappointed. Have watched the whole series of your journey to the Arctic, started watching this one and thought I'd missed one. Did you make it to your destination for Christmas? Were you there for new year. So many questions left unanswered. 😢
Please watch the previous episode to this
Yes their last video shows it all.
You obviously haven’t watched the whole series !
Happy New Year to you both , a really informative vlog xxx
Really pleased you liked it! Thank you for watching and happy new year
What's also important is , that you have the right tires In Norway Spices can be a lifesaver or snow chains and make sure you can drive in snowy c/rough conditions. Make sure you know the rules about kolonnekjøring in Norway.
Living in Nova Scotia Canada I've never once thought about travel to the Artic but I thank you for sharing your adventure and showing us the beauty. I travel around Nova Scotia in the winter because I have to, I do not like snow or cold lol. :) . Take some time to relax xo
Have loved watching your adventures. What a wonderful exciting life you lead. ❤
@@hevsrevs3916 ✨️🙌
Happy New Year to you both,looking forward to your adventures in 2025 ❤
Hopefully next week we can show you the start of them. Thanks for watching and happy new year 🎉
Amazing trip and happy new year xxx looking forward to seeing the next one ❤
Thank God you are back safe. Sunshine for me every time.🤣🤣🤣❤🇬🇧🙏
Haha janine too
@@ThoseHappyDays May I suggest you try the same trip in late May to July as its a totally different experience, and Janine would love it ❤
@VictorCopeland we were talking about this, could be worth doing 🤩
@@ThoseHappyDays On our 3rd overland trip, we found a local secret .... ferries to islands with under 100,000 visitors per year are free, subsided by the government. So it's possible to travel at much reduced cost by careful route selection. Also fuel cost varies widely by day. One day of the week is very cheap and the government subsidises so many litres in each garage. From recollection it's Monday. That can also help with the vast distances. But it's a bug, now you have to go back. Geiranga Fjord is stunning as is the high mountain passes around it. The passes only open in late May. So lots more to see.
Most campervans travel 15th June onwards.
Hello u two ...glad to see u still ok ...stay safe happy travels .HNY 🎉
Happy new year 🎉 😊
24/7 heating, good insulated living compartment and all water tanks, heated water tanks, fresh starter battery, if using lithium then insulate and heat them, ability to recharge all batteries from generator & plug-in and good winter tyres designed for -30C with maximum gripp on ice (no snow focused tyres, use tyres that aims for gripp on ice in really cold temperatures).
In lappland most roads will not be salted or sanded at all in dec, jan & feb so you will be driving on 5-10 cm of pure ice more or less the entire winter that with all cars and trucks driving on the larger roads will lead to deep runs from the tyres in the ice cover and if those are not 100% on your side of the road then the real danger is when you have oncoming traffic and trying to exit the runs.
Driving in up to 15 cm of fluffy snow is not a problem even if there is pure ice under that snow with propper tyres and 2 wheel drive so it's not necessary with 4 wheel drive but it is a nice bonus just ease in to every action you take, knowing your vehicles limitations and good tyre placement is key.
Hi can you drop a link to that little electric heater that helped you out. I need one in my life ❤
Happy New Year guys! Fantastic adventure as always....loved watching you both. Glad you're both home safe and well. 😊❤
@@margaretwilkin2242 thank you so much, happy new year
Hey guys, Happy New Years🎉 well it wasn’t a failure, it was an adventure and you didn’t get what you expected, that’s all!❤
We had a great time! A proper adventure ❤
Hey, it was an adventure and fair play, you went for it! 😊 Plus you gained all the benefits of memories and experience for the rest of your lives, take care, the both of you, and keep on trucking 😂❤
@@NormanWoods56 I bet Janine will never forget the ski chair up to see the northern lights!
Hiya! But, what about the camper truck? I hoped to see some of your daily life in the attic inside of it. Is it any good?
Not quite ideal driving conditions and why would you want to be that cold?! Poor Janine! Maybe return in the summer and report back to us! Great vlog though. BTW come to North East Essex for the Northern Lights - we've had some sightings here.....
Crazy isn't it, we travel thousands of miles to see them but more sightings in the UK haha
Trust me. The lights we see here in the Uk are not the dancing Aurora you see in the North.
@@chriskeighley1589 I'm thinking risk to reward benefits here.....
I'm so glad you had a wonderful and successful adventure. The ice and snow reminded me of the car frozen solid Montreal winters of my youth. 🙂👍👍🇨🇦
So glad you made it safe and sound. I didn't want to say anything before with all the other doom mongers but i had visions of packs of wild animals laying siege to you in the back of that thing lol. It was a great adventure and what a magical place but i want to know what you promised Janine to go to her frozen hell??
I’m here in Iceland and just witnessed the northern lights for the first time and wow what an experience. Did Lapland in 2019 and enjoyed every minute. I highly recommend going to the artic circle to anyone